When our minds are overwhelmed, stories are like a balm for the soul. They speak not only to our intellect but also to our hearts. Stories are heirlooms passed down from one generation to the next—in the courtyard, on journeys, at mealtimes, or as sacred instructions. They carry with them the wisdom of living well, cautionary tales about the dangers of human existence, and practical tips for navigating life’s challenges.
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A Desperate Plea — Bhagat Sadhna
Sometimes, even when we are trying to walk on the right path, we continue to face problems. We run into difficulties with people. Circumstances seem to tighten their grip. Old habits of the body and mind refuse to let go. At such times, faith begins to waver. We may feel doubt, disappointment, anger – sometimes we…
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When We Serve Others | The Guru Tests His Langar
Do you see yourself in a role where you are serving someone? You may be caring for parents, children, patients, or a community in need. Serving others often gives our lives meaning. It can strengthen us from within. And yet, service is not always easy. At times, it tests our patience. It tests our strength.…
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Standing Your Ground, Holding on to Faith | Bhagat Prahlad
Have you ever found yourself in a conflict with someone much more powerful than you — stronger in position, influence, intellect, or physical power? Have you felt the pressure to give in because of strong opposition? And when you chose not to give in — what gave you the strength to stand? We revisit the…
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When the Mind Feels Upset | Check What Went In
There are days when the mind feels light and chirpy. And days when it gets dragged low.When we get an upset stomach, we think back to what we ate in the last 24 hours. When the mind feels upset, we need to do something similar: look back at what it has consumed in the last…
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When Dark Clouds Surround Us — The Story of Ganika
Throughout life, we chase success, strength, approval, and happiness. Yet these make up only one side of the cycle of life. Joy and pain, gain and loss, praise and blame — they follow one another as naturally as night follows day. When fortunes turn, adulation quickly gives way to criticism, and applause fades into silence.…
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Goha, His Son, and the Donkey: A Story for Grown-Ups
Do you ever lose your peace over what others say about you?Sometimes we chase praise. Sometimes we fear criticism. Either way, the world’s opinions tug at our hearts — friends, family, colleagues, even strangers. It can be about anything: your work, your clothes, the house you live in, what you read, where you travel. And…
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